Sacraments
"The whole liturgical life of the Church revolves around the Eucharistic sacrifice and the sacraments." — CCC #1113
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"The whole liturgical life of the Church revolves around the Eucharistic sacrifice and the sacraments." — CCC #1113 |
Holy Orders
“...And now we beseech you Lord in our weakness, to grant us these helpers that we need...”
What are Holy Orders?
Jesus says, “There are eunuchs who have made themselves eunuchs for the sake of the kingdom of heaven. He who is able to receive this, let him receive it.” (Mt. 19:12). The Lord calls men and women to follow him in an exclusive way through the sacrament of Holy Orders and consecrated life.
In the sacrament of Holy Orders, Jesus’ mission which he entrusted to his apostles continues to be exercised in the Church until the end of time. By being configured to the person of Christ the Head, priests share the one priesthood of Christ and so continue his redemptive work for all humanity.
Through consecrated life, the baptized propose to follow Jesus more closely, to give themselves over to God who is loved above all and, pursuing the perfection of charity in the service of the Kingdom, to signify and proclaim in the Church the glory of the world to come. (CCC, 916)
Do I have a Vocation?
If you believe God has placed the call to follow him through Holy Orders or consecrated life, you are encouraged to seek spiritual direction from one of our priests. You can also contact the diocesan vocation director at Lafayette Vocations.